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Discover India's Diverse Wildlife and Scenic Nature

Experience the rich Indian wildlife with over 350 mammal species and 1,200 bird species. Explore the habitat of the majestic Bengal Tiger and Asiatic Elephant. Learn about the national bird, the Peacock, and the symbolic Lotus plant.

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Discover India's Diverse Wildlife and Scenic Nature

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  1. Indian nature

  2. Climate • Hot tropical weather • Eight climatic zones • From december to february is the coolest weather • March-may dry and unpleasant • June-september monsoon rains occur

  3. Indian Wildlife • over 350 species of mammals. • Two of India's most impressive animals are the Bengal tiger and the Asiatic elephant. • 1200 species of birds. • One of most impressive birds is the peacock.

  4. Bengal Tiger • The tiger is the national animal of India • Population nearly 4000 • Poachers kill them to get their skin and bones • Tigers live and hunt alone • diet in wild: deer, wild board, water buffalo • Excellent night vision

  5. Asiatic Elephant • Ears are smaller than african elephant’s ears • Lives in forests • Diet in wild: grass, leaves, bark and fruit • The most developed sense is smell • Hearing is acute • Eyesight is limited • Lives for about 60 years

  6. Peacock • The national bird of india • Male birds have gorgeous tail feathers • Tail spreads out for over a metre • Habitat: hilly wooded areas, close to other animals • Very sociable, protects other animals • Diet: plants, seeds, grasses, mice, snakes

  7. Lotus • The Lotus or the Water Lily is an aquatic plant • Grows only in shallow waters • Divided into two types red and white lotus flower • The seed, the leaf and the stem are edible and also can be used as a medicine • Symbolises fertility, wealth and knowledge

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